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YYX 225T

1979 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

2,189 mi
Last recorded2,189 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2014
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYX 225T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2014 2,189 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake poor performace

Fail 9 Aug 2013 2,124 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 2,124 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 1,074 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

footrest rubbers worn

Pass 2 Aug 2011 274 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 98,160 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 97,282 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 96,402 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 95,617 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 94,938 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R80?

Based on 35,460 MOT tests across 3,873 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
561
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 313
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 214
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 114
Horn not working 95
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YYX 225T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YYX 225T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R80 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this BMW R80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YYX 225T registered?

YYX 225T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 5 July 1979.

Is YYX 225T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYX 225T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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